Study finds THC rises in hemp due to genetics, not growing conditions
Researchers from Cornell University studied hemp from two sites to determine whether the difference in growing conditions affected THC levels.
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Report calls on EU to consider sustainability charge on meat
The fair-meat pricing proposal, also known as a ‘sustainability charge’, is set out in a new report which calls for a new pricing model to be included in the European Green Deal and Farm to Fork Strategy - applying to EU member states from 2022.
Study finds third of tested beef samples in Brazil contaminated with Listeria
From a total of 50 beef samples from 13 different export-authorised processing plants in the state of Mato grosso, Brazil, Listeria sp. was isolated in 18.
Major alcohol brands to carry on-pack age restrictions globally
As part of the International Alliance for Responsible Drinking, major beer, wine and spirits brands will include on-pack age restriction symbols as the group aims to raise awareness of the severity of underage alcohol consumption.
Could chickpea genes save mustard seeds from blight disease?
A study in India has investigated whether chickpea genes possess characteristics that could be used in developing disease-resistant crops.
Scientists develop new method of recycling plant-based plastics
The University of Bath and Birmingham research aims to overcome the challenge of plastic products losing their quality as they are recycled.
USDA approves Delaware Domestic Hemp Production Program
Delaware is now the second state on the East Coast to receive approval to administer a domestic hemp programme.
Puratos reports UK growth potential for sourdough
The survey examined consumer perception of, and interest in, sourdough, as well as any gaps in knowledge, in order to ascertain how best to communicate the health, history and flavour benefits of sourdough.
Recall roundup: baby food, oregano, cheese and raw ground beef
Food and beverage products are recalled due to reasons ranging from contamination to incorrect labelling, and here is New Food’s roundup of the most recent cases.
Orange juice demand continues to fall despite low prices, research reveals
IHS Markit has noted that orange juice production has risen in Florida and Brazil but falling demand in major markets such as the US and Europe has brought the FCOJ (from concentrate orange juice) price down by US $600/tonne in one year.
Climate change could create opportunities for UK viticulture
Agri-Tech-E is bringing together viticulture experts with enterprising farmers and technologists at an upcoming event to discuss the emerging agri-tech that is supporting growth in the UK viticulture industry.
Local authorities find one in five food samples contain undeclared allergens
Approximately 20 percent of samples tested by local authorities in the UK contained potentially dangerous hidden allergens, according to research by Unchecked.uk and the Times.
Decaf coffee investigation finds methylene chloride in several products
An investigation from the Clean Label Project on 23 of the leading decaffeinated coffee brands has found the solvent, methylene chloride, in several of the products.
Recommendations made for government’s future UK trade policy
Recommendations for the government’s future UK trade policy have been made by organisations from across the food and drink supply chain.
Report shows growth of glass packaging production in EU
A new report has shown that glass packaging continues to record steady production growth in Europe.
